INSTALLATION
17
ALIGNED
GAS INSERT
6.4 Connect Vent Pipe to Air Duct
IMPORTANT: Proper operation of this appliance requires
exhaust and combustion air pipes to be connected to the
correct collar, on both the termination kit and the gas fireplace
insert air duct.
1. Place previously removed air duct (Section 6.2, page 17) into
existing fireplace opening.
2. Connect exhaust vent pipe (red marking) to exhaust collar
on air duct. Apply a bead of sealant (provided) around
exhaust pipe and slide inside collar marked ‘Exhaust.’ Secure
with provided (3) ½ in (13 mm) self-tapping screws. Apply
additional sealant around join to ensure an air tight seal.
3. Connect air intake vent pipe to intake collar on air duct.
Apply a liberal bead of sealant around intake collar on air
duct. Slide combustion intake pipe over the collar and secure
with provided (3) ½ in (13 mm) self-tapping screws. Apply
additional sealant around joint to ensure an air tight seal.
AIR DUCT
Figure 6.4, Air Duct in Existing Fireplace
FLEXIBLE PIPES
SHEET METAL
SCREWS (3 TOTAL)
SEALANT
SEALANT
6.5 Place and Secure Appliance
1. Slide the gas fireplace insert into existing fireplace opening.
2. Align the air duct with channels located on top of the
appliance. Use the pull rod handle (included in components
packet) to place hook through hole in pull rod on the air
duct.
3. Simultaneously push the gas insert into existing fireplace and
pull the air duct forward until the air duct is properly seated.
Verify the gas insert is properly positioned.
4. Secure air duct to appliance by using slots at the top of the
appliance to secure with (2) ½ in (13mm) sheet metal screws
(included in components packet).
5. Use the pull rod handle to slide the pull rod on the air duct
back to starting position. Remove pull rod handle. Verify vent
system connection.
6. If necessary, level the gas insert by threading leveling bolts
(included in components packet) into nuts on the bottom of
the gas insert, located at each corner.
Figure 6.5, Vent Pipes Connected to Air Duct
Figure 6.6, Aligned Gas Insert
